The former “Dukes of Hazzard” star John Schneider, who has long been known as one of the only openly conservative stars in Hollywood, is speaking out against “leftist” musicians after the liberal singer Beyoncé released two new country songs.
Schneider Rips Beyoncé
While being interviewed by the conservative outlet One American News, Schneider, 63, was asked about “leftist” musicians in the wake of Beyoncé, 42, entering the country music genre for the first time.
“The lefties in the entertainment industry just won’t leave any area alone, right?” the host asked, according to Daily Mail. “They just have to seize control over every aspect, don’t they?”
Schneider went on to say that it’s usually the other way around, citing country music artists like Shania Twain trying to break into more mainstream music genres.
“I know a little something about country music,” said Schneider, who released his own country music songs in the 1980s.
Beyoncé Fans Respond
The New York Post reported that fans of Beyoncé have since fired back at Schneider by accusing him of racism.
Beyoncé dropped her two new country music songs “Texas Hold ‘Em” and “16 Carriages” after the Super Bowl last week.
Secret Service Investigates Schneider
Schneider is no stranger to both controversy and backlash. Schneider has since denied calling for Biden’s death, however.
“This is my final comment on this. I neither said nor implied any such thing,” Schneider told Deadline. “It’s my position, which I am entitled to have, that some of our nations [sic.] leaders in Washington have lost their way, and corruption runs rampant, both on our nation’s borders and abroad. Transparency and accountability must happen in order for our constitutional republic to survive. There is no threat implied or otherwise in that statement.”
Whether you agree with Schneider’s assessment of Beyoncé or not, it’s clear that he’s one of the only celebrities who isn’t afraid to think for himself these days. What do you think about his latest comments? Let us know in the comments section.
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